In a move that was not totally unexpected, Eddie Ortega has stepped down as president of EO Brands and is also leaving the partnership he started with Erik Espinosa. This news comes according to a published report by Cigar Aficionado. EO Brands is most famous for lines of cigars such as 601 and Murcielago. A […]
Cigar Review: 601 Natural (601 Reserva Limitada Natural – White Label)
601 Natural – aka 601 White Label 2011 is an exciting year for EO Brands and their 601 line. Many 601 fans were happy when EO abandoned the band changes made in 2010 and reverted back to a band similar to the original 601 band. In addition, the 601 line is introducing some new blends […]
Cigar Month in Review: May, 2011
The month of May was probably as dynamic a month as there has been in a while in the cigar industry. As always, I’ll highlight some noteworthy events that happened in the world of cigars. The main focus will be on the happenings I explored on the Cigar Coop website, but there was plenty […]
Cigar Pre-Review: EO 601 La Bomba – Pre-Release Sample
La Bomba (pic in front of an 601 Red box) Every year, there are a few cigars that are some of the most anticipated new releases for the year. In 2011, there is little doubt that EO Brands’ 601 La Bomba falls into that category. For the past few months, I’ve been following this cigar […]
Cigar Preview: 601 La Bomba Quick Update
Probably the most anticipated release in the cigar pipeline right now is EO Brands’ 601 La Bomba. Back in February, I posted some preliminary information on this cigar which was high level. The release date is still targeted for May 11th, 2011. Currently, Cuenca Cigars in West Hollywood Florida has a pre-release on this cigar. […]
2011 Cigar Mock Draft
Lately I’ve been trying to take this web-site into more of a hard-core direction in terms of cigar information. I’m not sure how successful this transition has been, but I’m trying. There are times where I realize I do need to take a step back and have a little fun. With tonight being the first […]
Cigar Preview: EO 601 La Bomba
It’s been a little while since we’ve seen a new addition to EO Brands’ 601 Cigar line. I’m sure last year, there was a lot going on the business end with Rocky Patel Premium Cigars acquiring EO Brands’. The good news is, now that the acquisition has been completed – and much of the transfer […]
Cigar Review: 601 Maduro (Blue Label)
Recently when I attended a Rocky Patel Event in Greenville, NC, I opted to smoke the 601 Maduro (Blue Label)cigar. Usually when I attend an event, I like to enjoy a cigar by the manufacturer/company of the event. Last year, the 601 line was acquired by Rocky Patel Premium Cigars, therefore I felt this stick […]
